Chalk Line Magazine - Issue #5

CHALK LINE

2020 EDITION - ISSUE #5

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2020

VOTERS GUIDE

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Chalk Line 2020 EDITION - ISSUE #5

Table of Contents Page 4

MESSAGE FROM OUR 2020 OMB PRESIDENT

Page 6 OMB EDUCATION FOUNDATION ONLINE AUCTION

Page 7 MESSAGE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Page 9-11 2020 TAHC VOTERS GUIDE

Page 12 2020 OMB GOLF CLASSIC RECAP

Page 13 GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS

Page 14 OMB RENEWING MEMBERS

welcome~ ~ New Members!

Joining in JUNE & JULY 2020!

Advanced Build NW Phone: (253) 566-0341 Email: kimberly@advancedbuildnw.com Sponsor: Linda J. Mosier-Vaudt Chehalis Mini Storage Phone: (360) 956-9566 Email: weatherguardkeri@icloud.com Sponsor: Debbi Boyd MJD Electric, Inc. Phone: (360) 273-9953 Email: mjdelectric@qwestoffice.net Sponsor: John Erwin Mr. Do Right Construction, LLC Phone: (360) 528-3416 Email: julie@mrdorightconstruction.com Sponsor: Linda Mosier-Vaudt Northwest Finest General Contracting, LLC Phone: (360) 789-4282 Email: jelliott@nwfinestgc.com Sponsor: Stuart Drebick Sewercam Phone: (360) 628-1782 Email: clayton@sewercam.net Sponsor: Jackie Ashley Smith Castle Enterprises Phone: (360) 790-7970 Email: michael@smithcastleproperties.com Sponsor: Barbara Whitlow Thoren Electric, LLC Phone: (360) 264-7453 Email: accounting@thorenelectric.com Sponsor: Barbara Whitlow Tri County Holding, LLC Phone: (360) 866-5592 Email: theturf5650@gmail.com Sponsor: John Erwin Chalk Line • 3

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

EXCITING TIMES ON THE HORIZON Even though it has been an extremely challenging year that has forced us to think outside of the box as professionals and as an Association, one of the results of those challenges, that I am also very excited about, is the upcoming Virtual Tour of Homes.

PRESIDENT JOHN ERWIN

We have 13 sites this year, complete with 360 Virtual Tours, videos, photo galleries, a Green Section and tributes to two of our Affordable Housing Community Partners!

I would like to give a special thank you to Olympia Federal Savings for sponsoring this event and the diligent hard work of the Tour of Homes Chair, Barb Whitlow, the members of the Tour of Homes Committee and OMB's Event Director Brianna Bedell. Without the commitment of this team, this event would not have happened! Join us on October 10th when the Tour of Homes Virtual site launches at ombtourofhomes.com!

Also, in this issue is our 2020 Voter's Guide. Usually the Voter's Guide Edition

of Chalk Line comes out at the very end of October, just in time for the elections, but this year, we decided to shift the Guide to September to allow plenty of time before the elections, to share the OMB TAHC recommendations to our membership.

The Affordable Housing Council (TAHC), OMB’s political action committee, focuses on endorsing candidates who understand and value the impact of the home-building industry and small business on our local and state economy. We know how politically involved many of our members are and we hope that you will use this as a guide to research and choose candidates that align with the OMB mission.

We also encourage you to consider joining in the The Affordable Housing Council (TAHC) and let your voice be heard! The more politically diverse members we have on the council, the truer the Council can speak on behalf of the entire membership. For more information on TAHC, please contact Erin Hall at erin@omb.org.

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TOUR OF HOMES AWARDS 10.28.2020 • EVENING EVENT • RSVP TO STAFF@OMB.ORG 4 • Chalk Line

Chalk Line Official Publication of the Olympia Master Builders 1211 State Avenue NE, Olympia WA 98506 Phone: (360) 754-0912 • www.omb.org

The Olympia Master Builders is a professional trade association representing 480 member companies located in Thurston, Lewis, Grays Harbor, Mason and Pacific Counties. Our members come from all sectors of the building trades and are committed to “building strong communities, one home at a time.”

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

President – John Erwin, John Erwin Remodeling Inc. Vice President – John McKinlay, Olympia Overhead Doors Second Vice President – John Johnson, Johnson Custom Homes, LLC Treasurer – Jon Jones, Washington Business Bank Associate Vice President – Becky Rieger, Environmental Design, LLC Second Associate Vice President – Rusty Ruiz, Hung Right Doors , LLC Secretary – Barb Whitlow, Olympia Federal Savings Immediate Past President – Erik Jensen

ELECTED DIRECTORS - TWO YEAR TERM Builder Director – John Johnson Builder Director – Mike Koidahl Builder Director – Mike Auderer Associate Director – Janine Ezzell Associate Director – Kelly Jensen Builder Director – Amy Winters Builder Director – Andy Gruhn Builder Director – Kellen Mangan Associate Director – Tina Allen Associate Director – Matt Jones

NATIONAL DIRECTORS - ONE YEAR TERM

National Director-Builder – John Erwin National Director-Builder – Karen McClennen National Director-Associate – Debbi Boyd

STATE DIRECTORS - ONE YEAR TERM

State Director-Builder – Andy Gruhn State Director-Builder – John McKinlay State Director-Builder – Karen McClennen State Director-Builder – Ron Deering State Director-Builder – Harv Lillegard State Director-Builder – Andrew Spear State Director-Builder – John Johnson State Director-Builder – Steve Waltemate State Director-Associate – Becky Rieger State Director-Associate – Tina Allen State Director-Associate – Debbi Boyd State Director-Associate – Linda Mosier-Vaudt State Director-Associate – Bob Kagy

BUILDER AT LARGE

Karen McClennen

GRAYS HARBOR CHAPTER OFFICERS

President – Harv Lillegard, Lillegard Construction Vice President – Rusty Ruiz, Hung Right Doors Associate Vice President – Ryann Blake, Chimney Techniques, Inc.

LEWIS COUNTY CHAPTER OFFICERS

President – John Johnson, Johnson Custom Homes Vice President – Becky Rieger, Environmental Design, LLC Associate Vice President – Kelly Jensen, DJs Plumbing LLC Secretary – Patrick Toby, Toby’s Electric Builder Director – Toby Krause, Double Duty Land Management

MASON COUNTY CHAPTER OFFICERS

President – Andrew Spear, Andrew Spear Construction, LLC Associate Vice Pres. – Julie Nichols, Whitehouse & Nichols Attorneys at Law Associate Vice President – Mike Gill, Builders FirstSource

Hire A Pro Online & Printed Directory Make Sure The Public Can Find YOU! UPDATE YOUR COMPANY INFORMATION TODAY!

Select one of the following options and submit by Nov 2, 2020!

OPTION #A - LOG ON TO OMB.ORG & UPDATE ONLINE under the Member Login tab. You will receive a log in information email on October 19th. If you forgot your password follow the steps on the log in page to retrieve that information.

OPTION #B - EMAIL YOUR UPDATED INFORMATION TO OMB Please email staff@omb.org with the subject line “Updated contact info” and include the following information: Company Contractor# Email Contact Address, City, State, Zip Website # of Employees Phone Selected categories

OPTION #C - REFER TO THE "2020 OMB HIRE-A-PRO GUIDE!" EMAIL THAT YOU SHOULD RECEIVED ON OCTOBER 19TH This email includes the above steps, as well as the downloadable PDF with all of the PRODUCT & SERVICE CATEGORIES for 2020. Please return this information by November 02, 2020!

PICK YOUR CATEGORIES To make sure the public can find you, choose your TWO FREE PRODUCT & SERVICE CATEGORIES for 2020. Refer to the instruction email that will be sent on October 19th. Additional categories are $30 each or 4 for $100. Remodeler’s Council and PWB members receive two extra categories as well. You can choose as many as you would like. Please contact membership@omb.org for a full list of OMB Categories.

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PACIFIC COUNTY CHAPTER OFFICERS

President – Steve Waltemate, SAW Construction Co., Inc.

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ASSOCIATION STAFF

Executive Officer – Angela White Events Director – Brianna Bedell Communications Director – Jill Williams Government Affairs Director – Erin Hall Membership & Sales Director – Braedon Wilkerson Office Administrator – Jennifer Wasson

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EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S MESSAGE

challenges & Accomplishments EXECUTIVE OFFICER ANGELA WHITE

The past few months have provided many challenges and many accomplishments for OMB leadership and staff. I want to thank the OMB Board of Directors, committee members and the staff for the time and effort they have put in keeping OMB going during these unprecedented times. It has been a year for tough decisions and harder work!

As I type this, I have been receiving reports of the price of lumber rising exponentially because of the lack of supply due to COVID-19. As we all know, this will have a negative impact on housing affordability.

OMB will be working to educate elected officials on this outcome of COVID-19 and how it will impact housing.

The Tour of Homes Committee has made the decision, with the support of the Board of Directors, to hold the 2020 Tour of Homes completely virtual. The committee, led by Barb Whitlow, along with staff is working hard to put together a fantastic virtual event. The date of the event has also moved to October 10th and the virtual Tour will remain active for a year. There are sponsorships available if you would like your company recognized along side this excellent showcase of homes.

We are currently in election season. See pages 9-11 for information concerning The Affordable Housing Council endorsements.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to let me know what is happening with your business as the year progresses. We are here for you!

What Would You Do With An Extra $1200?

This year you can win an extra $1200.00 stimulus check! To be eligible, all you need to do is recruit new members…it’s that easy!

For each new member* you bring in between May 16th and November 16th you will receive an entry into a drawing. The drawing will BE held on November 20th when we celebrate our success!

Contact Braedon at membership@omb.org for more information. *3 member minimum for qualification.

the 20th Annual Olympia Master Builders Tour of Homes™ This year, we have THIRTEEN amazing projects to share with you – two new homes, a solar project, and TEN remodels - one of which is a commercial project.

Beginning on October 10th, the Virtual Tour of Homes lends visitors a front-row seat to the latest trends in interior and exterior design, sustainable building techniques, energy efficiency, and cutting edge in-home technology.

Explore 360 Virtual Tours, Aerial Videography, Floors Plans, Pictures and more – all for FREE and in the comfort of your own home! Whether you’re gathering home improvement ideas, adding to your decorating or landscaping wish-lists, or looking for a contractor to build or revamp your dream home, the 2020 Virtual Tour of Homes will be a great resource for you. And we are excited to announce that it will be available to our viewers until September of 2021!

Please take the Tour of Homes at ombtourofhomes.com!

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2020

VOTERS GUIDE

2020

VOTERS GUIDE The following candidates have been endorsed by The Affordable Housing Council (TAHC), OMB’s political action committee. TAHC focuses on endorsing candidates who understand and value the impact of the home-building industry and small business on our local and state economy.

Gary Edwards

Thurston County CommissioneR Seat #1 – Incumbent Please retain me as your county commissioner so I can continue addressing the complex issues facing our greater community, businesses and families. I want to continue progress towards reducing regulatory roadblocks for small businesses and home builders and improved access to county services for the public. My goal is to ensure this is the best place to live and work for generations to come. As a dedicated public servant for over 30 years, I have worked with all segments of our community and will continue to do so.

If we bring efficiencies to government, it will benefit local businesses and residents. My priorities include working to focus on economic recovery, public safety, addressing mental health and addiction in the homeless community, reducing regulatory roadblocks for small businesses and home builders, and continuing to oppose the planned courthouse downtown.

From the beginning, I stood against all the bureaucrats from the City of Olympia and Thurston County to openly oppose the building of a new courthouse in downtown Olympia.

Thurston County deserves a leader who will speak out against bad ideas and stand up for our citizens.

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Kevin Shutty

Mason County Commissioner Seat #2 – Incumbent

I’m running for reelection because I believe our best days are ahead of us. In this election, we have an opportunity to make Mason County a leader regionally and a competitor across Washington.

As you explore my site, you will get to know more about me and my family, my vision for our community and how you can join me in building a bright future for Mason County.

More than 50 percent of Mason County residents work outside the county. We need to stop exporting our most valuable asset – our people – by expanding economic opportunity here at home. ​Housing is a cornerstone of the economy. A strong housing market is key to revitalizing Mason County’s local economy. We can address these issues by having planning policies in place that are flexible and fair and allow for smart growth in our communities.

As your commissioner, I will listen to your concerns and respect the needs of families and businesses throughout the county. I am grateful for the opportunity to call Mason County home, to raise a family here, and for your vote for the county commission.

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WE KNOW THAT OUR MEMBERS ARE ACTIVE POLITICALLY!

One of the things that this pandemic has taught us is that elections have consequences. Washington State’s general election will be held on November 3rd. So, while we are all focusing on doing what we can to stay safe and healthy, here at OMB we also are looking forward to election day.

The presidential election might be in all the headlines, but we know that local elections have the most immediate impact on our day to day lives. The most important thing we can do is vote – for every race on the ballot.

If you are not already registered to vote, you can register online or by mail until October 26th. For more information on registration, please visit the Secretary of State’s website at: https://www.sos. wa.gov/elections/register.aspx This has been a difficult time for so many, but COVID-19 has shown us that importance of electing leaders at every level who put your well-being first. Make your voice heard!

STATE CANDIDATES

These candidates have been endorsed by the Washington Affordable Housing Council (BIAW) and are campaigning for a legislative seat within OMB territory or for a state-wide office.

Legislative District #2

Jim McCune (R) – Senate, Open Seat Andrew Barkis (R) – House – 100% Voting Record JT Wilcox (R) – House – 100% Voting Record

Legislative District #20

John Braun (R) – Senate – 87% Voting Record Peter Abbarno (R) – House, Open Seat Ed Orcutt (R) – House – 92% Voting Record

Legislative District #22

Dusty Pierpoint (R) – House, Open Seat

Edna Fund

Lewis County CommissioneR Seat #1 – Incumbent Serving Lewis County 24/7 is my goal as County Commissioner. Over the past eight years in office, my team and I have worked tirelessly to build the economy and tackle the challenges facing our community. In this time of uncertainty, we need a proven leader who knows how to react quickly and get things done! That’s what I do.

I am working to reopen the county as quickly and safely as possible during this pandemic while preparing for future threats. I believe strongly in local business and have worked to build tourism and a climate for economic growth with the help of Discover Lewis County. I will continue addressing Lewis County’s flood mitigation issues with science-based solutions that protect both people and aquatic species.

I have a strong record of listening to the people and working for the good of the community. With that in mind, I will not be requesting financial support for this campaign due to recent economic impacts of COVID-19. I am however, asking you to support local Lewis County businesses as we work to reopen the county as quickly and safely as possible.

Legislative District #24

Michael Chapman (D) – House – 32% Voting Record

Legislative District #35

Dan Griffey (R) – 21% Voting Record Drew MacEwen (R) -100% Voting Record

Other State-Level Offices

Treasurer: Duane Davidson (R) Secretary of State: Kim Wyman (R) Auditor: Pat McCarthy (D)

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2020 OMB GOLF CLASSIC

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Government Affairs Thurston Climate Mitigation Plan As we have seen over the years in housing policy, broad reaching policies and planning efforts often have unintended consequences. Sometimes, those consequences are difficult to predict. But other times, its easy to see when a plan will have implications for almost every aspect of our daily lives. The Thurston County Mitigation Plan is a plan, currently being developed, which will impact us all.

Thurston County and the cities of Lacey, Olympia, and Tumwater are working with the Thurston Regional Planning Council to craft a strategic roadmap for reducing climate polluting greenhouse gases. This plan is called the Thurston Climate Mitigation Plan. In 2018, these jurisdictions set targets to reduce carbon pollution emissions 45% below their 2015 baseline by 2030 and 85% below their 2015 baseline by 2050.

This plan proposes multiple policies that will impact everything from Buildings, Transportation, Land Use, Water & Waste to Agriculture and Forestry.

The plan also includes sector-cutting recommendations like: “Develop and adopt policies that require the use of a ‘social cost of carbon measure’ in zoning, development, construction, and transportation decisions”. The goals of the Thurston County Mitigation Plan are important but the scope is concerning and the impact to our local economy will likely be substantial.

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Here are some of the policies listed within the plan that will directly affect construction and the housing market:

• B6 Covert to Cleaner Fuel - Natural Gas Ban: Ban all new natural gas connections in new buildings.

• 5.1 (B1) Existing Buildings - Residential Energy Audits: Develop and adopt policies that require residential properties to undertake an energy audit at the time of sale or during a substantial remodel. Work with financial institutions to develop mortgage products that incorporate audited energy efficiency recommendations.

As we all struggle with a ‘new normal’ as a result of a pandemic completely beyond our control, we must pay attention to plans that are so expansive they will create another ‘new normal’ in the ways we build, travel and live.

There will be opportunities to provide community feedback through the fall and councils/commissions will likely move towards adoption this winter.

Please continue to watch for updates about the Thurston County Mitigation Plan. If you are interested in learning more, you can find the full draft report here: https://www.trpc.org/DocumentCenter/View/8005/TCMP_Steering-Committee-Draft_08202020

• 5.1 (B2) Commercial Buildings -Performance Standards: Set energy efficiency performance standards for commercial buildings with gross floor areas smaller than 50,000 square feet.

• 5.1 (B4) New Construction Grid-Connected Appliances: Require smart appliances in new construction, especially water heaters that control timing of demand.

• B6 Covert to Cleaner Fuel - Electric Appliances in New Construction: Update municipal code to require electric appliances in new construction.

If you have concerns about the implications of this plan, now is the time to share them. You can email staff for the Thurston County Mitigation Plan at climate@trpc.org or contact OMB Government Affairs Director, Erin Hall, for more information at erin@omb.org.

OMB Members that Renewed in JUNE & JULY 2020!

ONE YEAR CBW Construction, LLC Drywall, Inc. Granite Gallery, LLC Louws Truss Inc. Quality Parking Lot Services, LLC Ridgecreek Plumbing, LLC South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity Standard Truss, Inc. Stewart Title

2-4 YEARS

A+ Septic & Plumbing Service Academy Mortgage Corporation - Lacey American Pump & Electrical Apex NW Aro Glass Cecilia Felix RE/MAX Northwest Commercial Property Services, LLC Deschutes Law Group Epic Realty Family Man Outdoor Living General Sheet Metal, Inc. High Definition Homes Hoeks Painting, LLC KC Maintenance Services Kitchen Design Center Lifetime Granite Northwest Cascade/Honey Buckets Olsson Insulation Pacific Mobile Structures, Inc. Premier Stone & Quartz, LLC RHD Enterprises, Inc. Wiseman Utilities, Inc.

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5-9 YEARS DJ's Plumbing, LLC Exeltech Consulting, Inc. Exodus Engineering, Inc. First Finishers, LLC Integrated Claims Management, Inc. J. Kerzie Homes, LLC Lloyd's Automotive Mosier-Vaudt Consulting Mountain Lumber Pacific Air Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. Polar Bear Construction Premier Power Electric Rochester Lumber, Inc. Trimtek, Inc. United Roofing Solutions, Inc. Yelm Plumbing & Pumps

10-14 YEARS Brumfield Construction, Inc. C.T. Building, Inc. Capital Electric, Inc. Custom Source Woodworking Fireside Home Solutions Hardel Builder's Center JT Painting Company, LLC Lenkerbrook Stoneworks, LLC Little River, Inc. Schneider Homes, Inc. Shanex, LLC Thurston County Chamber of Commerce Turner Insulation Company, Inc.

15-19 YEARS

Advance Environmental, Inc. Brooks Plumbing Co. Great Floors Hung Right Doors, LLC Martin & Martin Construction, LLC Oyster Bay Construction Top Notch Plumbing, Inc. Town & Country Roofing, Inc.

20-24 YEARS D.J. Hartman Construction, LLC Ford Electric Company, Inc. Huttmann Electric, Inc. John Erwin Remodeling, Inc. Kamco Construction, LLC Lacey Door & Millwork, Inc. Oman & Son Builders Supply, Inc. Quigg Bros., Inc. Weatherguard Roofing, Inc.

25 + YEARS Adroit Contractors, Inc. MC Squared, Inc. McMeekin Construction, Inc. Northwest Design & Development Olympia Overhead Doors Skillings - Connolly, Inc. Smithco Home Builders, LLC Olympia Fireplace and Spa Puget Sound Energy B & R Flooring America

WORKING TOGETHER

TO KEEP

YOU WORKING Due to the advocacy efforts of OMB and BIAW, Gov. Inslee authorized the residential construction industry to get back to work a full five weeks earlier than other business sectors.

OMB & BIAW WORKING TOGETHER TO KEEP YOU WORKING! Home building is essential to Washington’s economy and communities. Together, the Olympia Master Builders (OMB) and Building Industry Association of Washington (BIAW) are working relentlessly to keep the home building industry operating – safely building homes and creating communities – during the Governor’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order.

Since the Governor’s Mar. 24 original order that shut down construction activity, OMB and BIAW have: • Successfully petitioned the Governor to get you back to work • Provided webinars to help members implement required jobsite safety plans and protocols • Provided up-to-the-minute jobsite safety plans, templates, and forms • Identified reliable providers of PPE resources • Worked with cities and counties to create digital submission options for permits and allow virtual inspections • Helped to pass ordinances extending vesting for active permits • Championed tax relief for small businesses, including a deferral for B&O and property taxes • Successfully advocated to the State Building Code Council to delay the start of the 2018 Building Codes • Provided 24/7 support to troubleshoot questions and concerns on stalled projects

Thank you for your continued support through membership! Call us at 360.754.0912 or email membership@omb.org for any membership questions.

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